Merritt BC Cutting Horse Show May 12 - 14, 2023. The Nicola Valley Rodeo Association welcomed competitors from all over British Columbia, Canada to participate in the first Cutting Horse show here in the valley. Perfect event for the Nicola...
Merritt BC Cutting Horse Show May 12 - 14, 2023. The Nicola Valley Rodeo Association welcomed competitors from all over British Columbia, Canada to participate in the first Cutting Horse show here in the valley. Perfect event for the Nicola Valley BC since ranching is rooted in our blood. This three day event showcased the skills, equestrian athletics, while educating what Cutting Horse exactly is. The perfect event since the Nicola Valley BC ranching is rooted in our blood. Cutting is a worldwide equestrian sport that dates back to the early 1800’s. Cutting is a judged event where horse and rider must demonstrate their skills by separating a single cow from a herd and keep it from returning back to herd. Totally a great experience for all ages here in Merritt BC.
The Nicola Valley BC Rodeo Association welcomed competitors across British Columbia Canada to come and participate in the first Cutting Horse Show in Merritt BC. This three day event showcased the skills, equestrian athletics, while educating...
The Nicola Valley BC Rodeo Association welcomed competitors across British Columbia Canada to come and participate in the first Cutting Horse Show in Merritt BC. This three day event showcased the skills, equestrian athletics, while educating what Cutting Horse exactly is. The perfect event since the Nicola Valley BC ranching is rooted in our blood. Cutting is a worldwide equestrian sport that dates back to the early 1800’s. Cutting is a judged event where horse and rider must demonstrate their skills by separating a single cow from a herd and keep it from returning back to herd. Totally a great experience for all ages here in Merritt BC.
Merritt BC Cutting Horse Show at the Nicola Valley Rodeo grounds May 12 - 14, 2023. Dating back to the 1800's, ranchers used the most skilled horses to herd their cow's. A prized cutting horse abilities to quickly react with speed while gauging...
Merritt BC Cutting Horse Show at the Nicola Valley Rodeo grounds May 12 - 14, 2023. Dating back to the 1800's, ranchers used the most skilled horses to herd their cow's. A prized cutting horse abilities to quickly react with speed while gauging the cow's movement.
Cutting horse today in Merritt BC. With the invention of motorized vehicles, farms, ranches, and cowhands began to rely on trucks to separate cattle into squeeze chutes. Finding this quicker and efficient, Cutting horses were not necessary as...
Cutting horse today in Merritt BC. With the invention of motorized vehicles, farms, ranches, and cowhands began to rely on trucks to separate cattle into squeeze chutes. Finding this quicker and efficient, Cutting horses were not necessary as much. Although their skills were admired and competitive Cutting horse events were born..
In the past cattle ranchers would have their livestock grazing on the open land, mingling with other ranch owned animals. When it came to round-up time, cowhands used cutting horses to separate, control, and herd the cow's home.
How important is a Cutting Horse? Before Rancher's had other means to separate and round-up their cattle. A prized cutting horse was extremely important for cutting a cow from the herd during round- up. Working as team out on the range, cutting...
How important is a Cutting Horse? Before Rancher's had other means to separate and round-up their cattle. A prized cutting horse was extremely important for cutting a cow from the herd during round- up. Working as team out on the range, cutting horse and rider became one.
Experiencing Nicola Valley Cutting Horse Show. Not only being able to be around horses and great people. Being educated on the amount of skills and training that goes into this equestrian sport was memorable. Looking forward to next years 2nd...
Experiencing Nicola Valley Cutting Horse Show. Not only being able to be around horses and great people. Being educated on the amount of skills and training that goes into this equestrian sport was memorable. Looking forward to next years 2nd Cutting Horse Show in Merritt BC.